Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It’s a place where passionate individuals come together to
create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are and what we’re after—bringing innovation and
inspiration to every athlete* in the world. We look for athletes who can push boundaries, elevate our potential and
continue leading us to greatness. The next tastemakers, playmakers, risk takers and glue players. Are you game?
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
At Nike, we leverage the power of data and technology to serve athletes* around the world. The Data Foundation team is at the forefront of this mission—building scalable, secure, and intelligent platforms that power decision-making across Nike’s global supply chain and planning ecosystem.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for an experienced software engineer with a passion for building robust and scalable data solutions. You thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and have a proven track record of delivering high-quality software.
Skillset Required
5-7 years of experience in software development, with a strong foundation in distributed systems, cloud-native architectures, and data platforms.
Experience with various stages of software development, including design, development, testing, and deployment.
Strong programming skills in Python, SQL etc.
Deep expertise with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Hands-on experience with Databricks, Snowflake, AWS EMR, AWS RDS, Azure SQL, or GCP Cloud SQL, Apache Spark, Databricks Workflow and Apache Airflow.
Strong understanding of Lakehouse architecture, Data Mesh principles, data governance frameworks, and modern data pipelines.
Proven ability to deliver high-impact, API-first services at scale.
Proficiency with tools like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation is critical for managing cloud infrastructure programmatically, ensuring consistency, and enabling automation.
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
Experience in guiding and supporting junior engineers.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Good hands on experience in observability and Data quality
Skillset Preferred (Good to Have)
Basic understanding of Machine Learning and Generative AI concepts
Exposure to LLMs (Large Language Models) and their applications (data cataloging, data schematic layer, data enrichment, etc.)
Familiarity with prompt engineering techniques and evaluation
Experience or exposure to AI frameworks/libraries, Agentic AI such as LangChain, OpenAI APIs, or similar
Understanding of RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) patterns and vector databases is a plus
Awareness of AI guardrails, responsible AI, and data privacy considerations
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
As a Software Engineer III, you will -
Design, develop, and maintain scalable data solutions.
Build and optimize data pipelines, ensuring data quality and reliability.
Develop SDKs, APIs, and microservices to support enterprise-wide data and analytics needs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, data scientists, and other engineers to deliver high-impact solutions.
Implement best practices in software development, data governance, and platform observability.
Participate in code reviews, provide feedback, and mentor junior engineers.
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a
generous total rewards
package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric
atmosphere for professional
development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing
mission: To bring
inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive
consideration without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender
identity, gender expression,
veteran status, or disability.
